Description
Mechanical Commissioning Engineer - Morocco
Department: Technical
Employment Type: Contract / Temp
Location: Johannesburg, Gauteng, Africa
Allied Talent Partners (ATP), a Three Cairns Group initiative, is a mission-driven, not-for-profit talent marketplace focused on solving the human capital bottlenecks slowing down sustainable development efforts in emerging economies, with an initial focus on Africa. ATP connects vetted, experienced, context-relevant professionals to high-impact opportunities in energy access and sustainable development – strengthening local capacity and fuelling economic vitality. We specialize in fixed-term, deliverable-driven engagements – from interim leadership and generalist projects to niche technical expertise – handling project scoping, talent vetting and matching, contracting, payroll, and compliance so that our clients can focus on impact.
High-Level Overview
A fast-growing data center developer/operator is delivering a hyperscale data center project for a global cloud/technology end client. The project is currently transitioning from construction to commissioning and requires external commissioning support to ensure structured execution from Level 1 to Level 5 (L1–L5) in coordination with a third-party commissioning authority (BVPI).
The client operates without a General Contractor and is managing multiple subcontractors directly (electrical, mechanical, fire suppression, etc.). Commissioning activities are therefore critical to ensure system reliability, traceability, and compliance prior to handover.
Two commissioning engineers are required (Electrical & Mechanical). One of the engineers will assume a functional Acting Commissioning Lead role for L1–L3 coordination. This designation will be confirmed based on the selected candidates’ strengths and coordination capability.
Role and Responsibilities
Role: Commissioning Engineer - Mechanical
Direct Report: Head of Build/Project Lead; daily coordination with electrical commissioning engineer, subcontractors, vendors and third party commission authority.
Candidates Required: 1
Key Deliverables:
L1–L3 Commissioning Execution (Mechanical Discipline)
Direct Report: Head of Build/Project Lead; daily coordination with electrical commissioning engineer, subcontractors, vendors and third party commission authority.
Candidates Required: 1
Key Deliverables:
L1–L3 Commissioning Execution (Mechanical Discipline)
- Conduct detailed mechanical walkdowns (chillers, CRAH/AHU, HVAC systems).
- Verify installations against design documentation.
- Execute L1 checklists and L2 functional tests.
- Validate hydraulic balancing and BMS integration.
- Support preparation and execution of integrated L3 testing.
- Contribute to formal L3 readiness confirmation prior to L4 start.
Documentation & Traceability
- Upload completed checklists and test reports to CxAlloy.
- Maintain updated issue logs and corrective action tracking.
- Ensure documentation compliance within defined SLAs.
- Contribute to weekly commissioning readiness reporting.
- Contribute to and maintain updates within the formal Interdependency Issue Register during L3 integrated testing.
- Provide an initial action plan within 24 hours of issue assignment and record daily follow-up updates in CxAlloy during active resolution phases.
- Contribute to the daily commissioning readiness tracker during critical L3–L5 phases, including system-level readiness status and % completion metrics.
L4–L5 Support
- Prepare systems for L4–L5 performance testing.
- Coordinate vendors for rapid issue resolution.
- Support heat load and integrated performance testing.
- Assist in final commissioning dossier preparation for handover.
- Participate in technical discussions and readiness reviews with the hyperscale end client and third-party commissioning authority (BVPI).
- Respond to technical queries raised during L4–L5 validation phases.
Acting Commissioning Lead Responsibilities (If designated)
- If appointed as Acting Commissioning Lead, responsibilities include:
- Coordinating daily L1–L3 commissioning activities.
- Sequencing test execution across disciplines.
- Validating readiness prior to test execution.
- Consolidating reporting and progress tracking.
- Escalating integration or schedule risks to client leadership.
Requirements
Experience Required:
- 3–5 years’ hands-on commissioning experience in hyperscale or mission-critical data centers.
- Experience across commissioning levels L1–L5.
- Experience working with third-party commissioning authorities.
- Hands-on execution experience rather than purely supervisory background.
- Strong on-site execution and issue-closure experience.
Technical Requirements:
- Expertise in chillers, CRAH/AHU, HVAC systems.
- Knowledge of hydraulic balancing and BMS integration.
- Ability to prepare integrated test scripts and structured reports.
- Familiarity with CxAlloy or equivalent systems.
Other Skills:
- Structured, process-driven, and execution-focused.
- Strong coordination and vendor management capability.
- Disciplined in reporting, documentation, and SLA compliance.
- Able to operate autonomously within a small on-site team.
- Clear communicator, capable of interfacing with third-party commissioning authorities and client leadership.
- Proactive in risk identification and issue escalation.
Working Arrangement
Location: Settat, Morocco; 1 hour from Casablanca
Language: Professional English mandatory; French advantageous.
Terms of agreement:
Start Date: Mid-March
Contracting Period: 3-4 months
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